[Songs That Capture Anxiety] Masterpieces About Emotional Turmoil & Uplifting Tracks That Blow Away Unease
Your heart pounds, palms damp with sweat.
What happens when we try to express that universal feeling of urgency through music?
A tense, fast tempo with synthesizers, irregular rhythms that mirror inner turmoil, and an exhilarating drum beat that blasts away the anxiety.
In this article, we introduce music that will resonate with you—from tracks that brilliantly capture the feeling of panic to invigorating songs that set a restless heart free.
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[Songs that portray a sense of urgency] Masterpieces that sing of inner turmoil & invigorating tracks that blow away anxiety (1–10)
fatalGEMN
A passionate track by GEMN that fully captures a tapestry of overlapping anxiety and anticipation, where restlessness intersects—painted with a driving, exhilarating melody.
It vividly frames the omen called “fate” lurking in everyday life and the shifting emotions of people swayed by it.
The distinct personalities of Kento Nakajima and Tatsuya Kitani blend beautifully, leaving a strong, heartbeat-like rhythm and a striking melody that lingers in the ear.
Released in July 2024 and chosen as the opening theme for Season 2 of the TV anime “Oshi no Ko,” the song sparked a major response, surpassing 100 million cumulative streams by December.
When you find yourself at a crossroads in life, feeling rushed or uncertain, listening to this song will strangely give you a push on the back—and the courage to take that first step.
ShakushainSuiyōbi no Campanella
This song begins with a rhythmic string of place names, as if countless hurried footsteps were racing through your head.
The brisk parade of Hokkaido’s hard-to-read toponyms generates an exhilaration akin to impatience, guiding listeners into a singular musical experience.
Featured on Wednesday Campanella’s November 2015 album “Zipangu,” the track weaves in Hokkaido’s specialties and tourist spots, and paired with its sprightly beat, it exudes a curious addictiveness.
When you want to free yourself from everyday anxiety and tension, why not surrender to a groove that makes your body start to sway before you know it?
sixth senseREOL
A song by singer-songwriter Reol, who rose to fame through her online activities, and popular Vocaloid producer Giga.
Released as a digital single in 2020, this track is an electric music piece characterized by its powerful, heavy-hitting sound that lifts your mood just by following the beat.
The lyrics carry a message of moving forward as you wish, giving you courage.
Rather than something to listen to quietly, it’s an upbeat tune that makes you want to keep time with your body and sing along.
[Songs that portray a sense of impatience] Masterpieces that sing of inner turmoil & exhilarating tracks that blow away anxiety (11–20)
MesmerizerSatsuki
An emotional and catchy track themed around escapism and hypnosis.
Crafted by Satsuki, this work was released in May 2024.
Paired with its happy hardcore style, the lyrics—depicting the powerlessness of everyday life and the absence of hope—resonate deeply.
The fast-paced sound and lyrics interwoven with sharp questions for modern society stir the listener’s heart.
When you feel suffocated, when you want to escape reality just a little, this song might give you the push you need.
Shut up.Ado
Many of us feel like we’re being crushed by stress every day, yet our anguished cries never seem to be heard, don’t we? Perhaps the reason Ado’s song “Usseewa” became a hit is that so many people resonated with it.
You want to speak up but can’t—and if that keeps piling up, it only brings you closer to a breakdown in both mind and body.
If you can’t say it out loud, belt this song out in your heart to let it all out.
Cranking it up loud can be surprisingly refreshing, too!
Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK
From the moment the song starts, no matter how down you are, it flips your switch to ON—a mood-boosting banger! If you’re anxious about what’s ahead, remember: this isn’t where it ends.
Feel the message in this track—cutting open the future with intuitive, imaginative thinking—and listen as you carve out a bright future for yourself!
KICK BACKYonezu Kenshi
This song was selected as the opening theme for the anime Chainsaw Man and became a massive hit.
It features a cool drum and bass rhythm, with Daiki Tsuneta also participating.
The lyrics carry a strong message about striving and seeking the future, and the energetic sound grabs you by the heart.
Released digitally in October 2022, it reached No.
1 on the Billboard JAPAN Hot 100.
It’s perfect for tough times, when you want to get back up again.
Take it along for a drive or a run, and it’ll surely set your heart on fire.